Sodium used to be something I barely thought about. Like many women trying to “do all the right things,” I ate whole foods, drank plenty of water, and avoided “bad” foods. On paper, it looked like a perfect routine. However, I was still having symptoms like low energy and sluggish…

No matter how consistent you try to be about your eating patterns, keeping up with healthy cooking and meal prep every day can be a challenge for anyone.  Sometimes you’re in a jam, sometimes on the go, maybe you forgot to get groceries. Or maybe it’s just one of those…

As a mom of seven and wellness advocate, I’ve had plenty of experience with pregnancy exercise. And while every pregnancy is a little different, staying fit during pregnancy is a good way to have an easier pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Here’s what I’ve done for my births and what the…

Summer is a time where fresh, seasonal veggies are abundant at the farmer’s market and in the garden. My kids have no problem eating their veggies, but our family enjoys them so much more with a good dip. This dill pickle dip is creamy, tangy, and everything you’d want in…

These air fryer fries are extra crisp thanks to a light coating of “instant flour.” A blend of very finely ground all-purpose wheat flour and malted barley flour, it’s used to make lump-free sauces and gravy, but it also creates a thin, crisp coating on air-fried ingredients. If you own…

Snap the slicing disk into the food processor for the cabbage, then switch to the shredding blade for the carrots, and this shredded vegetable salad be done in minutes! An easy tahini dressing gives it a bit of flavor and is a nice change from the usual mayo-based slaws. Crunchy…

This isn’t your average strawberry salad. Fresh yuzu juice — a floral, sweet-tart Japanese citrus — gets whisked with white miso and ripe strawberries into a vinaigrette that does all the heavy lifting. Piled over baby spinach with creamy goat cheese and Marcona almonds, it delivers both fruits and vegetables…

These little froyo tartlets are super simple to make and offer a sweet hit from ripe raspberries and a hint of honey, plus protein from Greek yogurt. The bottom “crust” is made of granola mixed with coconut oil so they won’t crumble while you’re nibbling. Not all granolas are alike;…

Since peach season and grilling season go hand in hand, why not combine the two. The secret to the best grilled peaches is to brush the outside with a little bit of honey, helping the fruit caramelize on the grill. Be sure to clean your grate really well before charring…

Whether you are looking for a packable lunch or a healthy dip to serve at a get-together, look no further. Canned salmon is rich in omega-3 fats — and, combined with Greek yogurt — delivers a delicious protein-packed dip or spread. Cauliflower has the crunch you crave, while adding a…